Copy Editor / Proofreader - Contract Onsite Position

Position Overview

Akkodis is offering a contract-based Copy Editor/Proofreader role based onsite in Boca Raton, Florida, scheduled through February 26, 2027. This role focuses on review and refinement of technical insurance and regulatory documents, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and adherence to style and publication standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct precise edits and proofreading for grammar, punctuation, spelling, clarity, and conformance with established style guides.
• Examine content for factual correctness, proper formatting, and compliance with internal and publication standards.
• Identify and correct errors, inconsistencies, and omissions prior to publication.
• Handle multiple assignments and meet stringent production deadlines effectively.
• Work collaboratively with internal teams to clarify content expectations, resolve editorial issues, and deliver materials punctually.
• Apply plain language principles to enhance the understandability and accessibility of business and published communications.
• Interpret and adhere to documented editorial procedures, style manuals such as the Chicago Manual of Style and Gregg Reference Manual, and client-specific style mandates.
• Support the development of highly accurate technical and insurance-related publications.

Qualifications

• Between 3 to 5 years of advancing expertise in professional editing, proofreading, technical writing, publishing, or related fields.
• Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, or a related discipline. Alternatively, an associate degree combined with five years of relevant editorial experience may be considered.
• Proven mastery of grammar, punctuation, spelling, and editorial principles.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Word and Adobe Acrobat.
• Strong organizational capabilities, adept at juggling multiple deadlines and priorities.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional partners.
• Meticulous attention to detail combined with dedication to delivering top-quality output.
• Comfortable operating within a metric-based production environment.

Preferred Experience

• Background in handling technical, regulatory, legal, insurance, financial, or procedural documentation.
• Knowledge of plain language standards and editorial style guide management.
• Experience within publishing, production, documentation, or content management settings.

Additional Information

• The position is a W2 contract role with hourly pay ranging from $20 to $25, dependent on factors including skills, education, and location.
• Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, voluntary benefits, employee assistance program, commuter benefits, and a 401(k) plan.
• Paid leave options are available including sick leave, holidays, and any legally mandated leaves.
• Akkodis is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging applications from veterans, individuals with disabilities, and military-affiliated candidates.
• The company complies with federal, state, and local laws concerning hiring practices including various Fair Chance laws and privacy policies.